Royal Bank of Canada

Senior Security Specialist - Cloud (Global Security)

Royal Bank of Canada • $100K — $120K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of cloud management experience, specifically with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Proven scripting and automation skills using cloud APIs or CLIs.
  • Understanding of modern cloud architectures and DevOps practices.
  • Practical experience with orchestration and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Jenkins.
  • Knowledge of PaaS/SaaS operations including security management and high availability best practices.
  • Familiarity with both Linux and Windows platforms.
  • Strong communication skills for conveying technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Assess and enhance the security of public cloud environments.
  • Execute hands-on Red and Purple Team exercises in production settings.
  • Develop, refine, and enhance offensive security tools and methodologies.
  • Collaborate with defensive teams to improve cybersecurity practices.
  • Communicate effectively regarding security incidents and trends with various stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and stock options.
  • Dedicated budget for training and attending industry conferences.
  • Supportive leaders focused on your professional development.
  • Dynamic hybrid-remote work environment for better work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for challenging projects and increased responsibilities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What will you do?
  • Work as part of the team assessing and improving the security of our public cloud environments (Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform).
  • Participate in hands-on execution of Red and Purple Team Exercises in mature production environments.
  • Assist in developing, evolving, and refining our offensive tradecraft and tooling.
  • Forge partnerships with defensive teams such as Cloud Security, Cloud Operations, Threat Hunting, Threat Intelligence, SOC / IR, and our ATO ML/AI analytics team to drive pragmatic cyber security improvement.
  • Effectively liaise and communicate with the cloud operations group, internal customers, security operations center, key business stakeholders and management regarding information security incident events and trends.

Must Haves
  • Experience in scripting/automating operations via various cloud APIs or CLIs.
  • A good understanding of modern, cloud centric architectures and DevOps principles.
  • Strong experience managing cloud platforms: Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
  • Strong experience building systems and/or platforms using Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
  • Intermediate experience working with orchestration and configuration management systems such as Ansible or Puppet, and infrastructure-as-code systems such as CloudFormation or Terraform, and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
  • A background in PaaS/SaaS environment practices, including: maintaining SLAs, load-balancing, high availability, operating system patching, networking, and security management/patching
  • Strong technical understanding in a variety of hardware and software platforms (Linux & Windows)
  • The ability to communicate complicated technical concepts or attack paths which compromise our operations in a form that is easily digestible by a broader audience who may not be technical

Nice-to-Have
  • Certifications in information security, AWS, Azure or GCP.
  • Experience with running Kubernetes environments and understanding of multi-tenancy and security implications.
  • 3+ years of Cyber Security experience with background executing network / application layer penetration tests.
  • Ability to analyze complex security and vulnerability events.
  • Above average performance. You are competitive and passionate. You thrive on challenge and have a proven ability to set ambitious but achievable goals and surpass them
  • A team player. At RBC we work together. You will be the type of person that brings that approach to your work. You will have a proven ability to build, grow, and maintain relationships both internally and externally.

What's in it for you?

At a team level, you will have exposure to operating in complex and critical environments that power our economy. You will work with talented and driven offensive security experts; refining and expanding your skillset. You will be given the opportunity to attend industry-leading public and private training sessions to take your skills to the next level.

  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.
  • Dedicated budget for annual training and conference attendance
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching, training, and managing opportunities.
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
  • Flexible work/life balance options including a hybrid-remote working environment.
  • Opportunities to do challenging work.
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities.
  • Opportunities to build close relationships with various cyber security teams.


Job Skills
Confidentiality, Cyber Security Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Encryption Software, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Information Security Management, Information Technology Security, Strategic Thinking

Additional Job Details

Address:

16 YORK ST:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-09-06

Application Deadline:

2026-09-25
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

About Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada Careers

Join the dynamic team at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), a global leader in financial services and a company committed to excellence and innovation. At RBC, we offer a wide range of job opportunities that empower professionals to shape their career paths with leadership, diversity training, and continuous growth.

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At Royal Bank of Canada, we are not just hiring; we are building a culture of innovation and leadership. Our team members are at the forefront of the financial industry, driving transformation and delivering targeted solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.

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Benefits and Culture

At RBC, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members at every stage of their life and career. RBC’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

Career Growth and Innovation

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through continuous learning and career development programs. At RBC, you will find endless opportunities to grow professionally through on-the-job experiences, formal training programs, and leadership development initiatives. Our commitment to innovation means we are constantly seeking out new ideas and perspectives, making RBC a perfect place for those who aim to lead and innovate.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is our strength. At Royal Bank of Canada, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and respected. Our diversity training programs are designed to educate and inspire, creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

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